Manila, Philippines Dec 15 V7N– A predawn fire swept through a densely populated residential area in Pasig City on Sunday, leaving a 19-year-old male dead and two others injured, according to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP).

The blaze broke out shortly before 4 a.m. in one of the houses and quickly spread through the tightly packed community, trapping the young victim inside his home.

Firefighters faced significant challenges due to narrow alleys, delaying access to the site. It took over two hours to bring the fire under control.

Widespread Damage

The fire gutted at least 30 houses, displacing approximately 50 residents. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the fire.

This tragic incident underscores the vulnerability of crowded residential areas to such emergencies and the importance of fire safety measures in urban communities.

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